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A temporary lane closure begins today (Thursday) in Benton County, IN.  The Indiana Department of Transportation announced the lane closure on U.S. 41 near Boswell.  Work crews are replacing a railroad crossing just...

Law enforcement agencies are encouraging motorists to use caution with increased farm equipment on roadways.  Illinois and Indiana State Police, IDOT,  and local police emphasize the importance of cautious driving and...

The American Red Cross is welcoming blood donars today (Thursday) at the Northfield Square Mall in Bourbonnais.  Walk-ins are welcome from 11 am 'til 5 pm.   Another blood drive is set for tomorrow (Friday), April...

The shooting death of a man in the Village of Bradley in 2020 is sending 39-year-old Cory Williams to prison for the rest of his natural life. In Kankakee Circuit Court Tuesday, Williams was sentenced to 75 years for the death of...

Following a couple days of pleasant temps and sunshine, wet weather returns and maybe, some stormy conditions. Late afternoon rain today (Wed) and readings pushing toward 70. Rain spreads into Thursday and Thursday night...

The Illinois Department of Revenue is reminding taxpayers that the upcoming deadline is quickly approaching for filing 2023 state individual income tax returns. The agency has been collecting and processing returns since the 2024...

The American Red Cross is setting up shop today (Tuesday) at the Milford Fire Station for a blood drive.  Walk-Ins are welcome from 1 - 6 pm. Another Iroquois County blood drive is April 26 at Watseka High School from 8 am...

A massive fire broke out at a soybean dryer in Gibson City Monday. Thick smoke could be seen for miles.  The fire at International Flavors and Fragrances on Illinois Route 47  where proteins and oils are manufactured...

The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that the Union Pacific Railroad crossing at U.S. 24/Ilinois 1 (Walnut Strect) in Watseka will be closed beginning on Monday, April 22. The repairs are expected to take...

In recognizing Developmental Disabilities Awareness, OPTIONS Center for Independant Living is hosting its annual wheelchair basketball fundraiser this (Friday) evening in Bourbonnais.  The U of I Wheel Chair Basketball team...